Ocean Monitoring Cuts: The Trump administration is dismantling the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a global network of 900+ sensors that tracks ocean circulation, climate signals, and coastal flood risk—raising alarms as Oregon researchers and others prepare for an El Niño. Seismic Science: Oregon State University-linked research says the San Andreas Fault and the Cascadia subduction zone may be more connected than thought, with major quakes possibly clustering over the past 3,000 years. Marine Recovery: After a sea star die-off, Oregon biologist reports a surprising “baby boom” in tide pools—good news, but scientists warn warming seas and disease could still flip the story. Local Environment: A restoration effort on Oregon’s McKenzie River is taking an “unprecedented” approach, aiming to reshape habitat and water dynamics. Tech & Industry: Intel’s Hillsboro chip-fab rules highlight how semiconductor manufacturing is tightly controlled, underscoring the clean-room culture behind AI hardware. Health Research: OHSU-linked reporting highlights extended trial follow-up for a gene therapy approach in prostate cancer, showing improved disease-free survival. Public Safety: A 7.8 quake in the Philippines triggered tsunami alerts across parts of the western Pacific. Community Spotlight: ODOC honored an East Oregonian reporter for volunteer work in prison journalism.